Age Limit Exceptions

There are some exceptions to the age limit.

Full-Time Student

Your child can get TRICARE until their 23rd birthday or graduation (whichever is first) if enrolled full time at an approved college. The sponsor must provide at least 50% of the child's financial support while in college.

Health plans and how your child gets care depend on the sponsor's military status and where they go to college

Contact an ID card office to see what documents you need to extend benefits for your child beyond their 21st birthday

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